IPPCAAS scientists visited Kenya to promote the implementation of China-FAO South-South Cooperation Initiative
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On April 2nd to 8th, at the invitation of the Plant Production and Protection Division of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), a delegation of five representatives led by Prof. Liu Wende, Deputy Director General of IPPCAAS, visited Kenya to promote the implementation of the China-FAO South-South Cooperation Project on the Sustainable Fall Armyworm Management. During the visit, they discussed and formulated implementation plans with Dr. Xia Jingyuan, Special Advisor to the Director General of FAO, Jean Claude, program officer of FAO, Stanley Kimereh, the coordinator of the Kenyan chapter of the project, Copperfield Banini, the coordinator of the Ghanaian chapter of the project, among others. Leaders of FAO-Kenya Center, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), Pest Control Products Board (PCPB), and other relevant institutions participated in discussions and exchanges.
The IPPCAAS delegation was warmly welcomed by various local departments in Kenya. During the discussions, Prof. Liu Wende introduced the overview of IPPCAAS, and Dr. Zhang Tiantao introduced the current situation and experience of monitoring and controlling fall armyworm in China. Dr. Xia Jingyuan emphasized that China has accumulated abundant experience in the control of fall armyworm and has become a successful model for the world. He hoped to promote these advanced control technologies and products to African countries through the South-South cooperation project. Focused on the occurrence and management of fall armyworm, maize lethal necrosis disease, maize mycotoxins, and other pests and diseases, the delegation gained a deep understanding of Kenya's agricultural production situation through exchanges and discussions with local peers. The delegation also visited demonstration fields in Kenya, exchanged views with local technicians and farmers on the occurrence and control measures of fall armyworm and other pests and diseases, so as to provide guidance.
In addition, under the coordination mechanism of the Secretariat of FAO Global Action for Fall Armyworm Control, project coordination groups were established for Kenya and Ghana. Prof. Yang Daibin and Associate Prof. Zhang Tiantao were appointed as chief scientists to lead the implementation of projects in Ghana and Kenya, respectively.
Through this visit, the IPPCAAS scientists participated in the formulation of the 2024-2025 two-year target plan and the 2024 specific work plan, substantially promoting the implementation of the China-FAO South-South Cooperation project on the Sustainable Fall Armyworm Management. By engaging in extensive exchanges with various implementing institutions of the South-South initiatives, China and African countries have enhanced technological cooperation in plant protection, which holds significant importance in promoting green agricultural development, ensuring food security, and maintaining regional stability for both sides.
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Experts team from IPPCAAS participated in the 28th Asia-Pacific Weed Science Society ConferenceInvited by the chairman of the organizing committee of the Asia-Pacific Weed Science Conference, from November 25th to 30th, the senior chief scientist of the monitoring and control of weeds in farmlands innovation teams, Li Xiangju, led a team of five to Thailand to attend the 28th Asia-Pacific Weed Science Society Conference. As a professional academic conference for weed specialists in Asian and Pacific Rim countries, the conference held every two years. This year, themed with "Weed Science Solutions for Global Food Security.", the conference attracted over 200 delegates from 24 countries and regions, including China, Australia, India, South Korea, and Thailand, to participate and share extensive and in-depth exchanges on topics such as weed biology and ecology, invasive and parasitic weeds, weed resistance, and new technologies in weed control. China had 35 representatives at the conference, coming from various institutions such as the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Nanjing Agricultural University, Hunan Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shenyang Agricultural University, and South China Agricultural University. Prof. Li Xiangju was invited to chair the Integrated Weed Management session. Prof. Wei Shouhui and Prof. Chen Jingchao delivered presentations titled "Genomic insights into seed germination differences in buffalobur (Solanum rostratum) under contrasting phytohormone availability" and "Mechanism of glyphosate resistance in goosegrass (Eleusine indica)," respectively. Prof. Cui Hailan and Prof. Huang Zhaofeng showcased and exchanged information on advancements in weed resistance research through poster presentations. Representing the Weed Science Branch of the Chinese Society of Plant Protection, Prof. Li Xiangju presented and successfully obtained the right to host the 29th Asia-Pacific Weed Science Conference in 2025 (to be held in Nanjing) and was elected as the new rotating chairman for the term 2023-2025. This conference effectively manifested the recent research achievements of China in the field of weed science and also promoted the exchange and cooperation between Chinese scientists and their international peers.
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The 2nd Belt and Road International Nematology Symposium successfully held in Xi'anThe 2nd Belt and Road International Nematology Symposium was successfully held in Xi'an from November 3rd to 5th, co-hosted by the Institute of Plant Protection, CAAS (IPPCAAS), Bio- Agriculture Institute of Shaanxi, State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, and the Plant Nematology Committee of the Chinese Society for Plant Pathology. Prof. Kang Zhensheng, academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and professor at Northwest A&F University, Prof. Chen Yiping, Vice President of the Shaanxi Academy of Sciences, Prof. Liu Rongrong, Deputy Director General of IPPCAAS, Prof. Peng Deliang of IPPCAAS, along with more than 160 experts and scholars from eight countries, including the United States, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and Pakistan, attended the symposium. Academician Kang Zhensheng, in his opening speech, expressed that significant progress has been made in the field of plant nematology over the past few decades, particularly in nematology biology, monitoring and early warning, and comprehensive control. He hopes to continue leveraging the advantages of collaboration between senior, middle-aged, and young researchers, better applying existing achievements in countries along the Belt and Road. Prof. Liu Rongrong gave full recognition to the essential role of nematode control in food safety. She hopes that the IPPCAAS will continue to play a leading role in formulating comprehensive nematode control strategies and developing new technologies. Professors Martinez from the Philippines and Dr. Mohotti from Sri Lanka stated that the convening of this international symposium plays a crucial role in advancing plant nematode control technologies for countries along the Belt and Road in ensuring local agricultural production safety. They look forward to strengthening exchanges and cooperation between China and Southeast Asian countries. The symposium focused on the theme of "Regional Control of Crop Nematode and Food Safety" and engaged in in-depth exchanges and discussions. Foreign experts, including Professor Martinez from the University of Mindanao, Dr. Zhang Lei from Purdue University, Dr. Mohotii from the Sri Lanka Tea Research Institute, Dr. Chen Xinwei from the James Hutton Institute, Dr. Zhao Zengqi from the Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, and Dr. Abdulsalam from Ahmadu Bello University, shared insights on local nematode disease control, the significance of nematodes as indicators of soil health, the effectiveness and mechanisms of compound control of nematodes, and the hazards and importance of newly emerging nematode diseases. Representatives from over 20 domestic research institutes and universities delved into discussions on crop resistance, nematode effectors, biological control fungi, and the mechanisms of their interaction with nematodes, as well as the crucial role of intermediary insects in nematode transmission and harm. The symposium was conducted both online and offline, along with live streaming that attracted more than 5,000 viewers. Media outlets, such as Xinhua Net and Science and Technology Daily reported on the event, contributing to the promotion of methods, technologies, and information in nematology research and application, fostering academic exchange, and advancing theories in nematode regional control along the Belt and Road Initiative. The symposium served as a significant platform for domestic and international nematologists to engage in academic exchange and showcase research achievements, aiding in the enhancement of cross-border research and control capabilities in plant nematology, holding particular importance in safeguarding national food security.
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2023-2024 Technical Advisory Group Meeting of the of MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory for Biosafety successfully heldOn March 22nd, the 2023-2024 Technical Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting of the MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory for Biosafety, jointly hosted by the Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (IPPCAAS), and CABI East Asia and Southeast Asia Center, was held at the IPPCAAS. Lu Yanhui, Director General of IPPCAAS, Ulrich Kuhlmann, Executive Director of CABI Global Operations, Zhang Qiaoqiao, Membership Director, Hariet Hinz, Global Director Invasive, and Zhang Feng, Director of CABI East and Southeast Asia Center, attended the meeting. Liu Wende, Deputy Director General of IPPCAAS, presided over the opening ceremony. In his address, Lu Yanhui highlighted the strengthened collaboration between CABI and China over the past few years, particularly through the work of the MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory. He emphasized significant achievements in joint talent development, project development, as well as platform construction. The TAG meeting of the MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory will facilitate in-depth discussions on the progress of collaborative projects and future development plans, holding pivotal significance for the smooth operation and sustained growth of the MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory. Ulrich Kuhlmann remarked on the fruitful outcomes achieved since the establishment of the MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory 15 years ago, especially in advancing South-South cooperation and international talent cultivation. He pinpointed the prudent selection and use of pesticides as a key measure to reduce pesticide risks, effectively safeguarding farmers, consumers, and ecosystems from the adverse effects of pesticides, thereby ensuring the sustainable food security. Both sides reached a consensus on continuing to expand their partnership in the field of plant biosafety, promoting cooperation under initiatives such as the Chinese agricultural sectors "Going Global" strategy and the Belt and Road Initiative, as well as South-South cooperation. During the meeting, scientists supported by various projects from the MARA-CABI Joint Laboratory reported and engaged in in-depth discussions on the progress of projects related to biological control technology development, management of invasive species, and Plantwise. Secretaries from the European laboratory and various sub-centers of the Joint Laboratory presented progress reports and annual plans. The TAG expert group reviewed the progress and work reports for the 2023-2024 fiscal year, discussing and updating the composition and responsibilities of the TAG, with a clear emphasis on strengthening cooperation in areas such as pesticide risk reduction, mycotoxin contamination, and “One Health”. Over 20 experts from various institutions, including the CABI East Asia and Southeast Asia Center, CABI Switzerland Center, IPPCAAS, Yunnan Agricultural University, Institute of Plant Protection and Quality Safety of Anhui Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and Institute of Plant Protection of Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences attended the meeting.
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IPPCAAS Co-organized the Training Workshop on Management and Application of Biopesticides in NepalFrom March 18th to March 22nd, the Training Workshop on Management and Application of Biopesticides, hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Asia-Pacific Plant Protection Commission (FAO-APPPC) was successfully held in Kathmandu, Nepal. The workshop was hosted by FAO-APPPC and jointly organized by the Plant Quarantine and Pesticide Management Center (PQPMC) of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development of Nepal (MOALD), the Institute for the Control of Agrochemicals, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China (ICAMA), and the Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (IPPCAAS). Representatives including the Executive Secretary of FAO-APPPC, FAO Representative to Nepal, Minister and Secretary General of MOALD, representatives from the Department of Agrochemical Management of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China (MARA), ICAMA, and IPPCAAS participated in the training workshop and delivered speeches at the opening ceremony. Representatives from pesticide management departments of 12 countries including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Timor-Leste, Tonga, 14 experts from China, as well as experts and participants in plant protection, pesticide research and development, management, and application from Nepal, totaling more than 70 people, attended the training. The training workshop mainly consisted of expert technical reports, field trial observation, and exchange of national reports. Seventeen technical experts from China, Nepal, and the FAO-APPPC Secretariat, as well as representatives from biopesticide manufacturing companies, were responsible for introducing the research and development, mechanism of action, pest control, registration management, technical regulations, promotion and application of biopesticides in the Asia-Pacific region. They conducted field visits to biopesticide technology promotion agencies in the Kavre region of Nepal, observed the application of Trichoderma for controlling late blight of potatoes and neem extract for controlling potato beetle, and representatives of 12 member countries of APPPC shared their country's biopesticide registration management, import and export, challenges faced in biopesticide application and development. The lectures were comprehensive and in-depth, with advanced management concepts, clear explanations of the mechanisms of action of biological pesticides such as plant sources, microorganisms, and biochemistry, rich experience in pest control, practical, replicable, and widely applicable case analyses, which were highly recognized by the participants. Representatives of each member country had intensive exchanges with experts on product registration, mechanism of action, technical standards, import and export management, and joint pest control. It was unanimously agreed to accelerate the research and development of biopesticides in the Asia-Pacific region, increase the promotion of biopesticides, strengthen the construction of the plant protection system in the Asia-Pacific region, establish an efficient plant protection management system, and promote information sharing among member countries. This training workshop marked the first time that China organized its technical experts to undertake capability building tasks for FAO-APPPC abroad, showcasing the latest achievements in the research and development of new biopesticides in China, and demonstrating China's well-regulated, good-quality biopesticides, as well as its effective efforts to promote Chinese biopesticides globally, so as to coordinate the registration and management of biopesticides and promote the high-quality development of biopesticides in the Asia-Pacific region. This workshop also vigorously promoted the construction of the Belt and Road Plant Protection Science and Technology Innovation Alliance, better benefiting farmers and promoting high-quality agricultural development in all member countries of APPPC.
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